Apophyllite and Bort Physical Properties

Apophyllite and Bort Chemical Formula

While comparing Apophyllite and Bort physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Apophyllite and Bort chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.
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Apophyllite and Bort Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apophyllite and Bort Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apophyllite and Bort Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apophyllite is Not Available whereas that of Bort is Not Available.